Explore flexible income ideas for people navigating layoffs, early retirement, or career transitions.
The hope is that this is the kind of tool that answers questions like: “I’m 58 and just got laid off… what now?” or “I’m not ready to retire… but I need a bridge.”
This tool collects flexible income opportunities that can help bridge the gap between a career change and full retirement.
Many ideas listed here come from the community — people sharing opportunities they've personally discovered or used.
Offer writing, bookkeeping, research or admin support.
Care for pets while owners travel.
Transport children or seniors.
Teach students remotely.
Buy items locally and resell online. Will require setup in Ebay, Craigs List, Marketplace, Etc.
Flexible teaching days at local schools.
Create content about your knowledge or hobbies.
Small repairs, installations, and yard help.
Work for a temporary services agency - Manpower, Kelly, etc.
Tests software and apps for mobile devices (as a user would use the software).
Requires basic accounting knowledge and use of modern accounting apps. Advanced usage with MS-Excel (VLOOKUP / Pivot tables) would likely be advised.
Online tutoring assistance possibly for special needs persons (Math, English, etc.)
May require a criminal background check and having a clean record.
There are many skills that people can bring to these platforms that can be offered on a gig/job basis.
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